Lawn Maintenance

Tree roots in the lawn can be a trip hazard and a mowing hazard if not solved. Roots are vital to the survival of the tree and any solution must take into consideration the health of the tree....

The slope of a beautiful lawn is not only visually appealing but very essential to a healthy home. Lawns are graded, that is sloped, away from the foundation of a house to prevent water build up...

Adding mulch around your plants gives you added benefits that many are not aware of. Mulch is a good source of weed control and can help cut out those unsightly devils completely. Black mulch...

If you want to have a beautiful yard next spring then you need to spend a nice fall day winterizing your yard now. By taking just one day to complete these easy winterizing steps you can ensure a...

Magnolia trees grow in abundance in the southeastern part of the United States. They can grow to 80 feet tall and their limbs can reach out 50 feet. Although their size requires more space than...

Mulch is essential in growing fruit trees. It reduces the growth of weeds that steal the minerals in the soil needed by fruit trees to grow and bear fruit. Mulch also helps maintain moisture in...

Mulches are used to insulate soil, prevent soil erosion and control weeds and pests. Mulch made by grinding pine needles, also called pine straw or pine straw mulch, is sold commercially in...

For the avid gardener, cold weather is a good reason to worry; plant foliage and roots can be damaged by extreme cold and even lead to the death of your plants. This can be discouraging after...

Many homeowners like to have a nice lawn that frames the home and beautifies the surroundings. A well-maintained lawn creates a pleasant atmosphere and gives visitors a positive first impression....

Lawn edging is a simple way to add curb appeal and value to your home. It is also an easy way to keep your landscaping or garden under control. Edging keeps mulch in place and provides a definite...

Pine straw offers many benefits around the lawn and garden, including the fact that it is organic. It is also great for water conservation, since it helps to prevent runoff and evaporation. Pine...

If you are one of many unlucky owners of a sweet gum tree, then you're probably frustrated with the sweet gum pods or "gum balls" that are impossible to pick up, damaging to a lawn...

There are three basic types of ground cover you can use in your landscape: natural or man-made material, low-growing plants or grass. When it comes to the lawn and garden, there are benefits to...

Every homeowner wants a thick healthy lawn. Seeding helps grow new lawns and maintain older ones. It is one of the most cost effective ways to get a lush green lawn that is the envy of the...

The best way to protect a tree’s bark from your lawnmower is to mulch around the tree. This will also protect those sometimes shallow roots that surround the base of the tree as well as keep the...

A short rainy season often causes a decrease in water supply. In most cases, where there is a water shortage, water companies impose a mandatory water reduction in order not to deplete the water...

Buying mulch for a lawn is important because it holds moisture in the soil. Find out other reasons why mulch is important with tips from a landscaping expert in this free video on lawn and garden...

To care for elephant ear plants, plant them in partial shade, mulch them well to keep them from getting too wet or cold and dig up the bulbs for winter in very cold climates. Grow elephant ear...

Mulch works in many places of a garden, in flower beds, around plants and trees, and for landscaping Learn where to use mulch from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Spread piles of mulch with a hard rake to cover areas at the desire depth. Learn to use mulch for landscaping from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Spread mulch around trees thinner than three to four inches and keep mulch from touching tree bark. Learn to use mulch around trees from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Mulch is great for annual flowers, preventing weeds and maintaining moisture for popular plants. Learn to use mulch around annuals from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Raking over mulch is a good way to make it look fresh and allow water to permeate the clumps of mulch. Learn to keep mulch attractive from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Pine straw mulch is a great garden mulch made from dried and collected pine needles. Learn to use pine straw mulch from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Mulch has many benefits, including retaining moisture, preventing weeds, and controlling soil temperature. Learn to use mulch from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Wood mulches like pine bark or chips are popular and work well in gardens. Learn to use kinds of mulch from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

Mulch comes in many forms and can be bought at garden stores or local garden centers. Learn where to buy mulch from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.

In the engineering world, an elegant solution completely accomplishes the project at minimal cost and eliminates, rather than creates, another problem too. In this article, I'll tell you how to...

Tree roots and free-form flower beds can be a landscaping headache. A stack of newspapers (and a bag or two of mulch) can easily rid you of weeding and weedeating those difficult spots.

Periodically, usually each spring, we jump into a beautification process to spiff-up our yards. In the process we need to use the products according to the manufacturer’s direction to ensure no...

Spring is right around the corner and if your like me, you can hardly wait to get outside and begin working in your yard. Basic maintenance and clean up early in the spring will help your garden...

To mulch flowers, put the mulch around the base of the plant, being careful not to put it directly around the stem. Hold the moisture of a plant and prevent weeds by using mulch around flowers...

Mulch often comes in shredded or chipped form and will frequently be long and stringy. Use mulch to help conserve moisture and feed plants in a garden with tips from an experienced gardener and...

Mulch is used around the base of trees and plants to help conserve moisture so that the plant will grow better. Find out how mulch also helps prevent weeds with information from an experienced...

When keeping a compost pile, keep mixing it up to incorporate the different materials and to aerate it, and wait for it to turn into a soil-like consistency. Create a healthy compost to mulch any...

Adding hair clippings to grass does not add any viable nutrients to the lawn, like fertilizers (natural or synthetic). The hair itself has no real nutritional value, as far as grass is concerned....

If you look at a well-manicured lawn or garden, you may notice what appears to be plastic coating or even broken up bark surrounding the pristine landscaping. Some may wonder "why would anyone put...

Have you ever admired the perfect circle around a tree and wondered how you could duplicate one at home? Here are some tips to creating your own, and creating a focal point around your favorite tree.

Have you finally decided that all the work and money you put into your lawn is just not worth it? Just think of all the time that is spent mowing, watering, applying fertilizer and weed killer and...

The fall season means constant raking and removing leaves, particularly for those who live in highly forested areas. Once you've raked your leaves into neat piles, spending all that time and...

As fall approaches, it is necessary to take a look outside and begin to prepare for the coming winter months. There are necessary chores that must be done in order to winterize a yard so that it...

Buy a chipper shredder to save money on mulch and clearing brush for years to come. Find out more about wood chippers from a landscaper in this free video on chipper shredder equipment.

Making your own cedar mulch can save money and help the environment. Learn to chip cedar and make mulch with tips from a landscaper in this free video on making mulch.

Spreading mulch with caleche encourages plant growth and hinders weeds. Learn how to spread mulch with tips from a landscaper in this free video on spreading mulch.

We have a variety of terrain at the location our rural ranch-style house. It ranges from woodlands which occupy about 2/3 of the total area, to lawn which occupies 1/3 of total area. Most of...

Clay soil is a very nutrient-rich soil that can make your plants grow and bloom beyond belief. However, clay soil can become very compacted if there is no good drainage when it rains or it is...

Spring and summer weather won't always allow a home owner to keep up on the lawn maintenance. If a grass is left to grow too long, it will sprout seeds at the top. This is referred to as the lawn...

Recycle old newspaper while preventing the growth of unwanted weeds in mulch.

Layers of newspaper or sheets of cardboard can make an effective weed block, allowing desirable garden plants to thrive.